1973 Mazda 929 vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1978 Nissan Stanza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 929 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 929 | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 929 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
